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Van Hollen introduces federal 'climate superfund' legislation; Trump campaigns in Western states as Harris focuses on critical Pennsylvania; Stalled Child Tax Credit leaves Ohio families in limbo; Federal funding drives PA's increase in electric school buses.

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Marjorie Taylor-Greene condemns remarks by a right-wing activist, immigrants to Ohio spark conspiracy theories and heated campaign controversies, and the Children's Defense Fund pushes for more attention to child poverty.

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Rural voters weigh competing visions about agriculture's future ahead of the Presidential election, counties where economic growth has lagged in rural America are booming post-pandemic, and farmers get financial help to protect their land's natural habitat.

Idaho

If approved in November, Proposition 1 would change the way voters elect officials in primaries. (Tracy King/Adobe Stock)

Monday, September 9, 2024

Path cleared to November ballot for open primaries initiative

A proposal to end closed party primaries and use a ranked choice system will appear on the November ballot. With less than two months to the …

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Paraprofessionals from 15 districts make up the current cohort of Idaho State University's Paraprofessional to Certified Teacher Program. (Aubi Moon/Idaho State University)
ID program aims to grow teacher numbers across the state

A program is Idaho is aiming to close the teacher shortage gap by training people where they live. Idaho State University's Paraprofessional to …

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A group hopes to curb the country's divisive rhetoric through conversations. (Julien Eichinger/Adobe Stock)
ID project aims to heal democracy through conversation

An Idaho project is working to bridge the political divide harming the country's democracy. The United Vision Project facilitates meaningful …

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The average Social Security payout is a little more than $1,500 per month for retired Idahoans. (Lane Erickson/Adobe Stock)
Future of Social Security in spotlight at AARP ID town hall

The future of Social Security is a priority issue for many voters across the country. The interest on Social Security Trust Funds will run out of …

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The city of Eagle, Idaho, took the rare step of declaring itself a
ID city's 'non-sanctuary' status threatens most vulnerable, critics say

Groups are warning an Idaho city's decision to declare itself a non-sanctuary city could have far-reaching implications. The repercussions are still …

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A new report found there were 458 Clean Water Act violations at Idaho sewage treatment plants in 2023. (VIEWFOTO STUDIO/Adobe Stock)
Pollution violations continued at ID sewage plants in 2023, report says

A new report finds pollution violations at wastewater treatment plants have been a problem in more than half of Idaho's communities. The Idaho …

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Alex Adams, director of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, introduced the foster family passport program at Lucky Peak State Park in Boise. (Idaho DHW)
ID offers free state park passes for foster families

Foster families will have free access to Idaho state parks under a new initiative. The Idaho State Park Foster Family Passport program will give …

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More advanced simulation technology will help train future health care workers in the classroom. (nazariykarkhut/Adobe Stock)
Tech in classrooms could be key to addressing ID health worker shortage

Idaho faces a shortage of health care workers. Technology could help the state attract and retain more doctors and nurses. The Gem State has the …

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The Idaho National Laboratory outside of Idaho Falls was founded in 1949. (MichaelVi/Adobe Stock)
Advanced nuclear research in ID gets lift with tech hub designation

In its 75th year, the Idaho National Laboratory continues to lead on nuclear technology advancements. The latest boost for the lab and the rest of …

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Large confined animal feeding operations can pose pollution threats to surface and groundwater. (Aaron/Adobe Stock)
ID offers grants to improve confined animal operations

Idaho is accepting proposals for projects that improve confined animal feeding operations in the state. The operations - also known as CAFOs - can …

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Telehealth was expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic when Americans were under lockdown orders. (supamotion/Adobe Stock)
Report: Congress needs to act quickly, wisely on Medicare teleheath provisions

Telehealth has been key to health care in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, but some of the flexibilities for this type of care for Medicare …

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The Supreme Court voted 6-3 that presidents are immune from prosecution for performing
SCOTUS presidential immunity decision puts democracy in peril, critic says

A U.S. Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity from prosecution is raising concerns about the power of the executive branch - and the future …

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